I had the opportunity to work on this beautiful 1920s console library table crafted from solid walnut. This table has seven alluring barley twist legs … [Read more...] about 1920’s Console Library Table Before and After Refinishing
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Furniture restoration projects completed by Scott Doyle.
Slant Top Desk Restoration
This antique slant top desk is made of solid cherry and has 18 drawers, a lid with 2 supports, and a small door. The finish was faded and worn, … [Read more...] about Slant Top Desk Restoration
Antique Apothecary Repair
Repairs to this antique apothecary consisted of: I started by constructing a new base with matching molding. Then made sure the fit was … [Read more...] about Antique Apothecary Repair
Wicker Furniture Set Restored
This wicker furniture set had 4 chairs and a glass top table. Restoring the set involved taking out the broken pieces of wicker and weaving in new. … [Read more...] about Wicker Furniture Set Restored
Upholstered Chair Leg Replaced
This upholstered chair had a broken back leg. It looked like someone had glued it before, but it didn't hold. The leg was broken where the dowels … [Read more...] about Upholstered Chair Leg Replaced
Oriental Sideboard Custom Refinishing
The natural reddish-brown color of this oriental sideboard was lightened by stripping off the old finish and bleaching it 3 times. A custom off-white … [Read more...] about Oriental Sideboard Custom Refinishing
Teak Coffee Table Refinished
This mid century modern teak coffee table was refinished for a Millerton NY client. A traditional oil finish was used, and then steel-wooled to a soft … [Read more...] about Teak Coffee Table Refinished
Sofa Frame Repair
The joints on this sofa were very loose because some of the dowels were broken. To repair it, all the upholstery was removed. The frame was … [Read more...] about Sofa Frame Repair
RCA Victor Radio Cabinet Restoration
This RCA Victor radio 816K is from 1937. The owner was a hobbyist who asked if I could restore the cabinet while he repaired the tubes and … [Read more...] about RCA Victor Radio Cabinet Restoration
Victorian Dresser Repair and Refinish
Repairs to this antique walnut dresser included: The dresser was then stripped, sanded, stained, and refinished. Once dry, the new finish was … [Read more...] about Victorian Dresser Repair and Refinish
18th Century Chest of Drawers Restoration
Restoration for this 18th century chest of drawers included: This chest of drawers was restored for a Sharon CT client. … [Read more...] about 18th Century Chest of Drawers Restoration
1942 Philco Radio Restoration
This is a Philco radio from 1942 that receives AM and shortwave radio. I unfortunately didn't take any before photos, but the old finish was faded … [Read more...] about 1942 Philco Radio Restoration
Gilt Display Case Repair
This gilt frame used to display an antique hand fan had a broken bottom, from when it fell of the wall. To repair it, I first removed the glass, … [Read more...] about Gilt Display Case Repair
Cane Seat Replaced on Walnut Bench
This walnut and cane bench from the 1950s was designed by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture. The pre-woven cane seat needed to be … [Read more...] about Cane Seat Replaced on Walnut Bench
Banjo Clock Case Repair
This antique banjo clock was brought in to repair the bottom of the case. It looked like someone glued it before, but not very well. In an … [Read more...] about Banjo Clock Case Repair
Lane Cedar Chest Repair and Refinish
This cedar chest by the Lane Furniture Company is constructed of cedar wood and walnut veneer. Restoration service included: Most of the … [Read more...] about Lane Cedar Chest Repair and Refinish
Pedestal Table Leg Repair
These table pedestals were damaged during a basement flood. The legs, which are constructed of several smaller pieces of wood, were coming apart at … [Read more...] about Pedestal Table Leg Repair
Childs Bentwood Rocker Restoration
Restoration for this child size bentwood rocker involved tightening the loose joints, replacing the woven seat, and polishing. For easy access to … [Read more...] about Childs Bentwood Rocker Restoration
Cannonball Bed Repair and Polish
This antique cannonball bed was previously held together with rope. The owner wanted it fixed so it wouldn't be loose and wobbly all the … [Read more...] about Cannonball Bed Repair and Polish
Dresser Restoration
This dresser was badly damaged during hurricane Irene in 2011. The owner wanted it repaired and refinished with a wood stained finish. He was able … [Read more...] about Dresser Restoration
Wicker Rocker Repair
This wicker rocker is one that my client liked to sit in each morning to enjoy a cup of coffee. Unfortunately the legs and stretchers broke apart and … [Read more...] about Wicker Rocker Repair
Ladies Desk Refinishing
The owner was having a difficult time stripping the paint from this desk, so she asked if I would take over the project. She wanted all the paint … [Read more...] about Ladies Desk Refinishing
Larkin Desk Restoration
This bookcase / desk is known as a Larkin Desk. It was manufactured by the Larkin Soap Company around the turn of the 20th century and was sold … [Read more...] about Larkin Desk Restoration
Oak Chair Re-glue
This oak chair was loose enough for me to completely dis-assemble. I began by removing the wood plugs and screws from the arms. Then used a rubber … [Read more...] about Oak Chair Re-glue
Desk Leather Replacement
This mahogany desk was brought in for repairs, reconditioning, and leather replacement. To begin the project, the client choose a color, and gold … [Read more...] about Desk Leather Replacement
Chair Seat Repair
This antique chair was brought in because the back rail for the seat was broken. Unfortunately the only way to replace it was to remove the rush … [Read more...] about Chair Seat Repair
Maple Table Top Refinishing
This maple table is part of a dining set that also has 6 chairs and a small hutch. The table top was overly worn and the client wanted it refinished. … [Read more...] about Maple Table Top Refinishing
Antique Model Sailboat Restoration
Vintage and antique model sailboats make great decorative objects. On occasion I have an opportunity to restore one. Restoration of the wooden … [Read more...] about Antique Model Sailboat Restoration
Bentwood Chair Restoration
Restoring this bentwood chair involved: Re-gluing was only required at the front legs where they attach to seat. The rest of the joints were … [Read more...] about Bentwood Chair Restoration
French Empire Day Bed Restoration
An extensive restoration for this 19th century daybed, but everything came out great.Some of the tasks involved: This day bed was restored for … [Read more...] about French Empire Day Bed Restoration
Cedar Chest Restoration
This cedar chest is constructed of solid cedar wood and is mounted on Queen Anne style cabriole feet. Its restoration involved repairs and … [Read more...] about Cedar Chest Restoration
Trumeau Mirror Restoration
This 19th century trumeau mirror had been stored in the client's barn for several years. Before giving an estimate, it first had to acclimate to my … [Read more...] about Trumeau Mirror Restoration
Accent Table Repair and Refinishing
This two tier clover shaped table had problems with lifting veneer, a stained finish, and loose legs. Restoration began with disassembling the … [Read more...] about Accent Table Repair and Refinishing
Depression Era Dresser Repair
Repair work on this fancy chest of drawers from the 1930s included: This dresser was repaired for a Great Barrington MA client. … [Read more...] about Depression Era Dresser Repair
Biedermeier Chair Repair
This Biedermeier chair had a broken back leg just below the seat rails. To repair it, I first glued and clamped the leg back into … [Read more...] about Biedermeier Chair Repair
Plycraft Chairs Repaired and Refinished
These Plycraft chairs had separated layers of laminate, and missing walnut veneer. It took a series of glue ups to repair the legs and throat … [Read more...] about Plycraft Chairs Repaired and Refinished
Kitchen Table Refinishing
This kitchen table and 6 matching chairs were from a home that had been water damaged. Refinishing the table top involved stripping the old … [Read more...] about Kitchen Table Refinishing
Sofa Table Restoration
Restoration for this 19th century rosewood sofa table included re-gluing loose veneer, repairs, and polishing. To begin, I repaired one of the legs … [Read more...] about Sofa Table Restoration
Miniature Stagecoach Repair
Every now and then I'm asked to restore items other than furniture. Like this miniature replica of a 19th century stagecoach with 4 horses. This … [Read more...] about Miniature Stagecoach Repair
Mahogany Dining Table Refinishing
This 54” wide mahogany dining table with six leaves was brought in for repair and refinishing service. Some of the issues the table had … [Read more...] about Mahogany Dining Table Refinishing
Oak Chair Refinishing
These 4 water damaged oak chairs were brought in for refinishing service. The finish was severely damaged, the joints were loose, and the … [Read more...] about Oak Chair Refinishing
Gilt Federal Mirror Restoration
This 19th century gilt Federal mirror has a flat flaring pediment with blocked ends and a band of suspended spheres. Restoration included replacing … [Read more...] about Gilt Federal Mirror Restoration
Antique Sconce Repair
Restoration for these 2 antique wall sconces included repair, re-wiring, and gilding. Both had bent arms, and several of the glass balls had fallen … [Read more...] about Antique Sconce Repair
Partners Desk Refinishing
This mahogany partners desk was brought in for refinishing because of its sun bleached finish. To get started I first removed the the brass … [Read more...] about Partners Desk Refinishing
Mahogany Front Door Refinishing
Refinishing this mahogany front door was pre-scheduled so that it could be removed and worked on at the shop as quickly as possible. During this time … [Read more...] about Mahogany Front Door Refinishing
Eastlake Cylinder Desk Restoration
This Eastlake cylinder desk was damaged during a house fire. It was covered with soot and some of the finish was chard and crackled from the heat of … [Read more...] about Eastlake Cylinder Desk Restoration
Sewing Machine Cabinet Restoration
This sewing machine cabinet had loose veneer, water stains, and a very worn finish. To restore it, I began with removing the hardware and taking … [Read more...] about Sewing Machine Cabinet Restoration
Coffee Table Refinishing
This coffee table was brought in for refinishing because the old finish was badly checked and sun bleached. The project also included an end table … [Read more...] about Coffee Table Refinishing
Antique Card Table Repair
Restoration for this antique card table included repairs to the legs, veneer, and molding. The existing finish was also reconditioned. Once in the … [Read more...] about Antique Card Table Repair
Arrowback Bench Refinishing
This 19th century arrowback bench had been stored in the client's barn for several years. It was in need of re-gluing and refinishing. To begin … [Read more...] about Arrowback Bench Refinishing
Curio Hutch Repair and Refinishing
Restoration for this satinwood curio hutch involved: This hutch was restored for a Millbrook NY client. … [Read more...] about Curio Hutch Repair and Refinishing
Early 20th Century Dresser Refinishing
This dresser was stored in the client's shed for several years. It was brought in for repair and refinishing because of moisture related … [Read more...] about Early 20th Century Dresser Refinishing
Antique Tray Table Restoration
The faux grain finish on the apron of this tray table was badly chipped and peeling. To restore it, I stripped and refinished it with matching … [Read more...] about Antique Tray Table Restoration
Clock Door Repair
This clock door, which goes to an antique tall case clock, had a broken frame and glass. To repair it, I removed the broken pieces of glass and … [Read more...] about Clock Door Repair
Wing Chair Frame Repair
Before getting re-upholstered, the frame of this wing chair needed to be repaired, and the base polished. To begin, I removed the upholstery and … [Read more...] about Wing Chair Frame Repair
Windsor Chair Restoration
These 6 Windsor chairs were pulled from a client's barn. They're made of solid maple and have arched crest rails. They were all in pretty bad … [Read more...] about Windsor Chair Restoration
Plant Stand Repair
This antique plant stand with barley twist legs needed to be re-assembled, touched up, and polished. Some of the parts were split and broken, but … [Read more...] about Plant Stand Repair
Windsor Chair Refinishing
This Windsor arm chair was brought in for refinishing. To begin, I first re-glued the loose joints, then removed the old finish and sanded … [Read more...] about Windsor Chair Refinishing
Semainier Chest Restoration
This antique semainier chest was brought in for repair and refinishing. A crack on the base had to be repaired, and the molding that surrounds the … [Read more...] about Semainier Chest Restoration
